A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Vilas County Election Department in Wisconsin on October 30, 2024. The request was made by The Sconi, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The Sconi is seeking information about the methods being used by the county to count ballots for the upcoming election. Specifically, they are interested in knowing whether the ballots are being counted manually or through some other means. If the counting process is manual, The Sconi has requested an estimate of how many people will be working on election night.
As a media organization, The Sconi stated that access to public records is essential for them to fulfill their professional responsibilities. These responsibilities include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Given their role in disseminating information, they believe they are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional.
The Sconi's commitment to transparency and accountability in local government operations underlines this FOIA request. It is yet another step towards ensuring that election processes are open and accessible to all citizens.
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